Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to provide the best care I possibly can. I believe in engaging with you as my patient and encouraging you to be equally involved to achieve the best possible outcome. | Why I entered medicine | My initial goal in life was to help people. I began my career as a pharmacist and discovered I could be of even greater service as a physician and surgeon. | Community involvement | I donate to worthy causes locally, nationally and internationally. It's important to help the disadvantaged whenever possible. | Personal interests | When not at work, I spend quality time with my family and strive to instill in my children a desire to achieve a greater good. I also have an interest in advances in technology and like to read related journals and articles. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Grass Allergy, Infant Hearing Loss, and Empyema.

Philosophy of care | To advocate for and educate my patients in helping them progress from illness to health and finally a state of wellness. | Why I entered medicine | Medical school flowed from my experience as an Emergency Medical Technician on a local ambulance squad. Service to others in need is a great honor and privilege. | Community involvement | I am an assistant professor at the USF Morsani College of Medicine. I enjoy mentoring our future physicians and healthcare leaders. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending time with my wife and two daughters, reading and traveling. Dr. Dedio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Grass Allergy, Familial Deafness, Mastoidectomy, and Nerve Decompression.

Philosophy of care | I believe patients should be active participants in their own care, but medicine can be a foreign language to many. My role as a physician is to make medicine user-friendly so we can work as a team. | Why I entered medicine | Science was always a passion of mine and I have always loved problem-solving. Becoming a doctor allowed me to use my medical knowledge to help people solve their problems. | Community involvement | I enjoy giving back to my community. I am a member of the Maimonides Society of the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley (JFLV) and have served as the medical editor for Hakol, the local newspaper for the JFLV. | Personal interests | I have enjoyed training in the martial arts the past 13 years. I also like biking and playing squash. Dr. Lemberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Grass Allergy.

Thomas Koch is an Otolaryngologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Koch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Sinusitis.

"Philosophy of care | Each day patients entrust me with something important to them -- their health. I balance their condition with their goals and concerns, and with well-established medical practices, to provide them the most appropriate care. | Why I entered medicine | From a young age, I knew I wanted to practice medicine. The study of biology fascinated me. Being a physician allows me to combine my desire to help others with that fascination. | Community involvement | Health conditions affect everyone, including those who have difficulty obtaining proper care. I have supported organizations and participated in community events that provide care to those in need, including single mothers and their children. Because of my roots in Pennsylvania's ""hard coal"" region, I also have supported organizations that seek to preserve and promote the history and sacrifices of the many thousands of individuals who, like my ancestors, worked so hard for their families and communities. | Personal interests | I enjoy sports and being outdoors.". Dr. Shemanski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Tinnitus.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat you as you would like to be treated. I give my patients ample time to discuss all their issues and make sure that when they leave their visit, their disease, their plan and their potential courses of action are clear. Also, I am a member of the genitourinary cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to make a difference in the lives of people suffering from disease. I do that clinically and through research of novel concepts, devices and medications. | Community involvement | I am a member of the Leonard Pool Society, a philanthropic group for Lehigh Valley Health Network. I am also involved in organizing community information and screenings for urology. | Personal interests | I enjoy time with my family, rowing and participating in most water sports. Dr. Baccala is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

Philosophy of care | I strongly believe a good physician combines medical knowledge with an ability to forge strong human connections and provides compassionate healing. I will guide you with what science has to offer and help you make health decisions while respecting your viewpoints, experiences and cultural beliefs. I understand the importance of communication in the current health care environment, and will strive to keep you and your family informed every step of the way. I want to approach medicine with the understanding that science can help us make good decisions, but sometimes does not have all the answers. | Why I entered medicine | Since childhood I have loved to care for people. It started with my own family, including my grandparents, who lived with us. That love of caring translated into a love of medicine and became a career. What I also deeply care about is building interpersonal connections based on a foundation of trust, compassion and mutual concern. My career in medicine provides me the perfect platform to pursue my interest while using my knowledge to help others. | Community involvement | I am involved with Meals on Wheels, soup kitchens and local charities focused on education. | Personal interests | I love gardening, nature travel, hiking and spending my free time with my family. Dr. Joshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | I believe in forming a partnership with my patients and taking the time to be a good listener. I try to follow the best evidence-based medicine guidelines for testing and treatment. I enjoy working to promote healthy lifestyles and preventative care to keep you well. I believe it is important to work together with you to create a plan of care that's right for you. I will try to be your advocate and help coordinate all of your care needs as your primary care physician. I also have a special interest in geriatrics and long-term care medicine. It is my goal to provide older adults and nursing home residents the highest-quality, compassionate care for optimum health, function, and quality of life. | Why I entered medicine | I became a doctor because I want to make each and every day meaningful, and make a positive impact on your health. I chose internal medicine because it allows me to establish long-term relationships with my patients. I truly enjoy the follow-up care and ongoing relationships I have with my patients, welcoming back the same patients again and again. It is my goal to help manage all of your health care needs - promoting healthy lifestyles, managing chronic conditions, treating illness and coordinating the transition between specialists, hospitals, and other caregivers. I believe it is important for every patient to have one physician who can act as a coordinator of care and to be involved at some level in all of their health care needs. | Community involvement | I serve as the medical director for both Gracedale Nursing Home in Northampton County and The Good Shepherd Home in Bethlehem. | Personal interests | I have been married to my wonderful wife Jennifer since 1998. When I am not at work I enjoy helping her with her jewelry business on weekends. I am also the proud father of two beautiful daughters. Some of my hobbies include running, gardening, hiking and playing with my energetic Chesapeake Bay retriever and our two cats. Dr. Holumzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Alzheimer's Disease, and Dementia.

Gregory Singer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Singer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Otitis, Cellulitis, and Parainfluenza.

David Carney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Carney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Carol Slompak is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Slompak has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Familial Hypertension.

John Nuschke is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nuschke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

Joseph Habig is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Habig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Supranuclear Ocular Palsy.

Philosophy of care | I believe in a patient-centered approach to medicine. That means treating my patients as individuals and really focusing on their personal preferences, values, cultural traditions and lifestyle choices. It also means giving them the tools they need—as individuals—to take care of themselves. The old way of medicine – when people see a doctor once they’re already sick – is clearly not working. Today’s approach focuses on prevention, and I am passionate about spreading the message. The goal is to get people into the doctor’s office early, before problems begin. Then, we can work as a team to create the healthiest future possible. I strongly believe in the 'patient-centered medical home' concept. | Why I entered medicine | I always envisioned helping other people and making a difference. When I did my clinical rotations, I knew I would end up in internal medicine. I feel this is where I can have the greatest effect on people’s lives. I can spend time getting to know my patients while providing a lifetime of care. | Personal interests | I started running when I was in medical school, and I haven’t stopped since. I like that the only thing you need is a pair of sneakers. You can do it anywhere, anytime. Once my feet hit the ground, I can focus on the motion of running without any other thoughts racing through my head. It’s my stress relief, and it really works for me. I’ve run several 5K and 10K races. I just completed my second half-marathon, and I hope to do a full marathon in the future. Dr. Calhoun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Familial Hypertension.

Jaclyn Sperrazza is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sperrazza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Head Lice, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

Philosophy of care | I want to empower my patients to live a healthy life. Whether they need to quit smoking or lose weight, I will help them as they transition to a better lifestyle. I like to help people help themselves. I think it’s important for my patients to understand they play a role in their health. I want them to take simple steps like eating right and exercising so they can truly improve their health—as opposed to just popping a pill that doesn’t get to the root of the problem. | Why I entered medicine | I was in college for biology, and I came to a crossroads where I needed to figure out what I was going to do next. My dad is a dentist, and as a child I grew up watching him help people. I wanted to help people too, so I chose to go to medical school to become a doctor. | Personal interests | I am passionate about and dedicated to my family. I spend almost all of my free time with my wife and our four children. There is never a dull moment in our house. Dr. Zetterberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Melorheostosis.

Edmond Obeid is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Obeid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Philosophy of care | At the heart of my practice lies a profound commitment to holistic, patient-centered care. My philosophy is rooted in the belief health care should transcend the mere treatment of symptoms and conditions, focusing instead on nurturing comprehensive wellness across every stage of life. Central to my approach is the integration of metabolic health and obesity medicine, recognizing the critical role these play in preventing and managing chronic diseases. I am dedicated to the pursuit of transformative care, where the goal is not just to prolong life but to enhance its quality, ensuring each individual can live with vitality and grace. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine because it is a unique blend of art and science, demanding a commitment to lifelong learning and a deep appreciation for the complexities of the human body and mind. At its core, it's driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This career is about caring for individuals in their most vulnerable moments, guiding them toward achieving and maintaining health. It's a journey of continual growth, both in knowledge and in the compassionate understanding of human experience. | Personal interests | I do resistance training and endurance sports in my spare time. Dr. Mannan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Acute Kidney Failure, and Ureteroscopy.

Nicholas Tatalias is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tatalias is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Dementia, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Diabetic Neuropathy.

Lillybeth Birriel is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Birriel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.